Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Strawberry Treat Cups

These cute little cups are perfect for a strawberry party or just to brighten the neighbors’ day. Fill the pretty […]

Pencil Birds

These friendly little pencil birds are straight out of Wonderland. Encourage kids to use their imaginations to come up with […]

Cinco de Mayo Strawberry

Cinco de Mayo and Strawberry Month are both in May, so why not combine the two with this fun and […]

Watermelon Fruit Pizza

Start with a cookie crust, then top it with cream cheese fluff, strawberries and kiwi to make this fun watermelon. It’s […]

Batman Wrist Cuffs

Calling all superhero fans! These super easy and inexpensive wrist cuffs come with a printable logo.

Sensory Cactus Craft

Create a textured cactus using a variety of craft materials. This is a fun sensory activity to accompany a study […]

Diamond Art Monogram Tag

It’s quick and easy to create a monogram tag using Diamond Art. The tutorial also includes instructions to make a […]

Cookie Monster Cone

Use a simple, four-ingredient cotton candy ice cream to make cute Cookie Monster Ice Cream Cones. No ice cream machine […]

Picnic Blanket Collage

Celebrate your love of picnics with this picnic blanket collage, which combines paper weaving and collage making. It’s the perfect […]

Paper Plate and Yarn Earth

Celebrate Earth Day with this paper plate Earth craft. It takes very little preparation and is a good fine motor activity for […]

Deviled Egg Chicks

Use up hard-boiled eggs by turning them into Deviled Egg Chicks! This is a fun and tasty project that kids […]

Coffee Filter Butterfly

These colorful Coffee Filter Butterflies are so much fun to make because each is unique. They’re great to make while […]

Paper Sunflower Craft

This paper plate sunflower craft is a great fall craft. Kids work on scissor skills and build their fine motor […]

Chipboard Yellowhammer

Learn how to make a realistic version of a yellowhammer, the state bird of Alabama. This unique project uses q-tips, […]

Marshmallow Goldfish Pops

These marshmallow goldfish pops are easy to make and the kids will love them. Try them for a beach-themed birthday […]

Diamond Art Monogram Necklace

Create a sparkly monogram necklace in just minutes using Diamond Art. It’s a very easy project that is beginner-friendly.

Pear Bear

Two ingredients + two minutes = one adorable and healthy snack! This cute pear bear is fun for kids to […]

Angry Birds Cupcakes

These Angry Birds cupcakes are easy enough for young children to decorate. Perfect for an Angry Birds themed party!

Garden Crafts for Kids

April is National Garden Month. What a great excuse to get outside and get your hands dirty! Still too cold […]

Corduroy Shape Craft

Make an adorable craft inspired by Don Freeman’s classic, Corduroy. This fun project helps kids work on shape identification.

Book Folding Fairy House

Turn a damaged paperback book into a work of art. This beautiful fairy house is made with a folding technique, […]

Pixar Squash Book

Follow the step-by-step directions to draw your own Pixar themed squash book featuring popular Pixar movie characters. This project is […]

Straw Flowers

These easy Straw Flowers make a beautiful spring bouquet that will never wilt. Make each flower a different color and […]

Printable Cardboard Tube Puppets

Turn empty toilet paper rolls into fun puppets of beloved characters. Just download, print, and cut Spider-Man, Olaf, Batman, Catboy […]

Personalized Scout Pouch

Create a personalized pouch to hold Scout patches, blue cards, or memorabilia. It’s really easy if you start with a […]

1400+ Recycled Crafts for Kids

There are so many reasons to love crafts that are made from recycled materials! They’re inexpensive, Earth-friendly, and the materials […]

Linzer Cookie Hearts

Celebrate Mom with these tasty raspberry linzer cookies this Mother’s Day (or any time!)  Change the message and make these […]

Chocolate Flowers

This beautiful bouquet is made of chocolates!  It would make a wonderful gift for Mother’s Day, Teacher Appreciation day, or […]

Cupcake Liner Birds

These adorable birds are made from cupcake liners. Pick different colors and make a whole flock.

Craft Foam Worm

This clever worm craft will hold its shape when bent. A cute project for a rainy day (when worms are […]

Money Cake

Turn an ordinary cake into something extra-special by hiding money in the cake! An easy way to make a celebration […]

Animal Safari Snack

Kids love eating finger-food snacks, so why not make them healthy? The classic combo of celery and peanut butter comes […]

Cereal Box Postcards

Kids love sending and receiving mail. How fun would it be to receive one of these colorful postcards, made completely […]

Good Luck Stones

This fun craft is inspired by indigenous good luck stones from Australia. The tutorial includes suggestions for different ages and […]

Pencil Goal Post

  Follow the directions to make this fun pencil goal post. With a little practice, you’ll soon be yelling, “Touchdown!”

Tic Tac Matzo

Leftover matzo from Passover? Turn it into a game board and play a round of Tic Tac Matzo!

Stenciled Votives

Use self-adhesive letters, spray paint and sealant to make these pretty stenciled votives. Spell out a name, sentiment, season, or […]

Portrait Collage

Use paper scraps, googly eyes, yarn and other materials to make a Portrait Collage for Mom on Mother’s Day or […]

Rainbow Pudding Pops

Help the kids make beautiful rainbow pudding pops! These tasty treats are so much fun on a warm afternoon. This […]

Yarn Chandelier

Turn yarn and embroidery hoops into a clever and unique yarn chandelier that you can hang indoors or out. This […]

430+ Yarn Crafts for Kids

You don’t have to know how to crochet or knit to make fun yarn crafts for kids. There are so […]

Princess Cupcakes

These cupcakes proudly display the tall hat and flowing ribbons of a fairy-tale princess. This is a project any princess […]

Bee-Themed Number Matching Game

Transform pipe cleaners, googly eyes, clothespins and a few other basic craft materials into adorable bees. Use the bees to […]

Sugar Cookie Garden Stone

Frost a large sugar cookie with cookies ‘n cream frosting then decorate it to look like a garden stone for […]

Ladybug Apples

Three simple ingredients come together to make these adorable, edible ladybugs. This is a fun project to pair with a […]

Football Pen Holder

Start with a recycled can and some felt to make this football pen holder for Father’s Day. Change the message […]

Paper Plate Bluebird

Make your own flock of birds out of paper plates and paint. Kids will love creating these pretty bluebirds, but […]

Clay Pot Bee

This terra cotta pot bee is such a fun craft for kids. It’s so bright and cheery, perfect for spring. 

Cute Bear Hair Clip

This adorable bear barrette is a fun way to introduce kids to sewing. Follow the steps to make the bear, […]

Sticker I Spy

This Sticker I Spy is really easy to make and will keep the kids busy for a long time!

Rock Dominoes

Next time your kids go on a nature walk, have them collect small flat stones. Paint the rocks to look […]

Sunflower Marshmallow Pops

Make something yummy to eat while it’s sunny! These cute little desserts are a delightful treat for spring or summer. […]

Sombrero Hat Egghead Cookies

Easily turn recycled plastic Easter eggs into sombrero hat cookies with a candy surprise! This is a fun edible project […]

Woven Cereal Box Sun

Using some cardboard from a cereal box and some yarn, your kids can make this adorable woven sun! It’s a […]

Paper Plate Ladybug

Use paper plates to create these adorable ladybugs. It’s a fun and easy spring craft for kids.

A-Maze-ing Marble Mazes

These miniature marble mazes are made from repurposed cardboard boxes and drinking straws. This is such a fun project that […]

Matzo Lion Snack

Turn leftover matzo into an adorable lion snack using cereal and other pantry basics. Get creative and see what other […]